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Science and Industry Museum
Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nelson to Manchester
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Nov
- Cheapest price on 03 Nov
- £11
- Average ticket price on 03 Nov
- £12
- Fastest journey on 03 Nov
- 1 h 30 m
- Average journey duration on 03 Nov
- 1 h 30 m
- Trains on 03 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 39 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nelson to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nelson to Manchester will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Fast trains
To travel from Nelson to Manchester you need to make at least one change.
C32799 · L896998:55 1h30 Nelson station (NEL) 10:25 Manchester Victoria (MCV) £11 1 One-way 1 change- C32821 · L89690
13:55 1h30 Nelson station (NEL) 15:25 Manchester Victoria (MCV) £13 1 One-way 1 change - C32817 · L89704
12:55 1h30 Nelson station (NEL) 14:25 Manchester Victoria (MCV) £13 1 One-way 1 change - C32803 · L89700
9:55 1h30 Nelson station (NEL) 11:25 Manchester Victoria (MCV) £13 1 One-way 1 change - C32813 · L89703
11:55 1h30 Nelson station (NEL) 13:25 Manchester Victoria (MCV) £13 1 One-way 1 change
- C32799 · L89699
8:55 1h30 Nelson station (NEL) 10:25 Manchester Victoria (MCV) £11 1 One-way 1 change - C32821 · L89690
13:55 1h30 Nelson station (NEL) 15:25 Manchester Victoria (MCV) £13 1 One-way 1 change - C32817 · L89704
12:55 1h30 Nelson station (NEL) 14:25 Manchester Victoria (MCV) £13 1 One-way 1 change - C32803 · L89700
9:55 1h30 Nelson station (NEL) 11:25 Manchester Victoria (MCV) £13 1 One-way 1 change - C32813 · L89703
11:55 1h30 Nelson station (NEL) 13:25 Manchester Victoria (MCV) £13 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nelson to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nelson to Manchester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 53m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 22:57 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your Nelson to Manchester trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Nelson to Manchester.
The cost of a train ticket from Nelson to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The train journey from Nelson to Manchester covers a distance of 39 km and takes approximately 53m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from Nelson to Manchester is 39 km.
The first train from Nelson to Manchester leaves at 0:20.
The last train from Nelson to Manchester departs at 22:57.
Trains from Nelson to Manchester run approximately 2 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nelson to Manchester.
Live departures
Nelson to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Nelson to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C32799 · L89699 | 8:55 Nelson station (NEL) | 1h30 | 10:25 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| C32803 · L89700 | 9:55 Nelson station (NEL) | 1h30 | 11:25 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| C32807 · L89701 | 10:55 Nelson station (NEL) | 1h30 | 12:25 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| C32813 · L89703 | 11:55 Nelson station (NEL) | 1h30 | 13:25 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| C32817 · L89704 | 12:55 Nelson station (NEL) | 1h30 | 14:25 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| C32821 · L89690 | 13:55 Nelson station (NEL) | 1h30 | 15:25 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Northern Rail from Nelson to Manchester trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Nelson and Manchester from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
53m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£15
Northern Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Nelson and Manchester
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Nelson to Manchester.
There is no night train service from Nelson to Manchester.
Complete guide to Manchester
Things to do in Manchester
Discover the best of Manchester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Manchester trip today.
- Must visit
Manchester Museum
Large university museum with natural history, archaeology and cultural collections, plus changing exhibitions in a prominent Oxford Road building.
- Must visit
Manchester Art Gallery
Leading art museum with British and European paintings, design, costume and craft collections in a landmark city-centre building.
- Must visit
Castlefield
Historic canal-side warehouse district with restored brick buildings, waterside walks, bars, galleries and one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
- Recommended
Albert Square
Lively central square framed by major civic buildings and event space, ideal for architecture, seasonal markets and city-centre orientation.
- Recommended
Oldham Street
Characterful Northern Quarter street known for independent shops, record stores, creative spaces and eye-catching street art.
Rag Pudding
A flaky shortcrust pie filled with spiced minced beef, potato and onion. It is closely associated with Oldham and Greater Manchester chip shops.
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Hotpot
A hearty hotpot of slow-cooked lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes. A long-standing North West comfort dish served across Manchester pubs.
- Gluten-free
Manchester Tripe
A rich tripe stew cooked with onions, milk and stock. It was a classic working-class Manchester meal linked to the city’s historic tripe trade.
mana
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre setting. Best for a special meal with seasonal ingredients and polished service.
The Winston Churchill
Historic Victorian dining room known for oysters, seafood and classic British dishes. Traditional atmosphere with one of Manchester’s best-known interiors.
The Black Friar
Casual northern favourite serving Bury black pudding, pies and hearty breakfasts. Good for trying regional staples in a relaxed market setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels can be pricey at peak times, but dining, pubs and local transport are usually cheaper than London.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
Bee Network app
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £1.40
- Day pass
- £6.10
To the city centre
Manchester Piccadilly -> Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester
- Distance
- 0.7 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Use contactless tap and go on Bee Network buses and trams for capped fares. Always use the same card or device for every tap.
- The Bee Network app is the official app for journey planning, live departures and buying tram and bus tickets.
Plan your visit to Manchester
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Manchester.
The train journey from Nelson to Manchester offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, including views of the Pennines, providing a pleasant visual experience.
FAQs: Nelson to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nelson to Manchester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Nelson to Manchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Nelson to Manchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nelson and Manchester
Most Nelson to Manchester trains use the Nelson to Manchester Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester. Use this guide to compare Nelson and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Nelson
Arrival train stations in Manchester
Which Nelson station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Trains from Nelson to Manchester leave from Nelson. The station is 1 km from Nelson city centre at Nelson station, Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF.
NelsonNelson station, Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Nelson from Nelson city centre
Onward travel informationBusline 0871 200 2233
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesPick Up / Drop Off at bus stand 10 in the interchange. (adjacent to the station)
Nelson train station facilities and services
Nelson has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nelson.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nelson: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nelson: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nelson: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Level access available. Lift to platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Manchester station do trains from Nelson arrive at?
Trains from Nelson to Manchester most often arrive at Manchester Victoria. Some services arrive at Manchester, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Manchester arrival station.
Manchester VictoriaManchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
TrainManchester Airport - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Saltburn, Manchester Airport - York, Manchester Piccadilly - York, Manchester Piccadilly - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Darlington, Manchester Airport - Sheffield, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Victoria, Manchester Airport - Scarborough, Manchester Airport - Hull, Manchester Airport - Huddersfield, Manchester Airport - Middlesbrough, Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Leeds, Manchester Airport - Manchester Victoria · 10m · £1 · every ~3 min
Bus41, 135 · 5m · £2 · every ~32 min
T1 · 10m
X43 · 29m · every ~1 min
TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 5m · £2 · every ~23 min
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
ManchesterManchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly Station Approach, Greater, Manchester M60 7RA, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester from Manchester city centre
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Manchester train station facilities and services
Manchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Multiple food outlets and cafes available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are several ATMs located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester: Step-free access throughout the station.
Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £5 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £1 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Train stations for Nelson to Manchester
Check train stations information for Nelson and Manchester, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Nelson that goes to Manchester is Nelson, and it arrives at Manchester Victoria.
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